Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
streptantha
ID:
1324679

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Malme) Liede & Meve

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 63 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337133



Common Names

  • Jobinia streptantha
  • Streptantha Jobinia
  • Streptantha Tree


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Description

Jobinia streptantha (also called Twisted-stalk Jobinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with a woody stem and small, white flowers. It is native to South America, where it grows in tropical and subtropical forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Jobinia streptantha is used as an ornamental plant, as a food source for livestock, and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jobinia streptantha is white and has five petals. The seed is a round shape and is black in color. The seedlings are slender and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jobinia streptantha can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division is best done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps of the plant into smaller sections and replant them in the desired location.

Where to Find Jobinia streptantha

Jobinia streptantha is native to Peru.

Jobinia streptantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jobinia streptantha?

Jobinia streptantha

What is the natural habitat of Jobinia streptantha?

Dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands

What is the flowering period of Jobinia streptantha?

May to July

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Gustaf Oskar Andersson Malme (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malme' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.